RN School Nurse at The Menta Group in Bourbonnais, IL

As a Registered Nurse with The Menta Education Group, you will oversee the health and well-being of students, act as a resource for health education and maintain student records and data for compliance purposes.

7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Monday-Friday

Following a 10-Month School Calendar

Direct-Hire, No Contract!

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid care and medically prescribed services.
• Obtain and review consents for medication administration in school.
• Document each instance for medication administration.
• Train designated staff on medication administration and documentation of medication administration
• Maintain security of school health supplies.
• Instruct students in health education.
• Correspond with parents and medical providers on the health needs of students.
• Record immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data.
• Maintain accurate related service logs updated weekly.
• Coordinate and communicate with administrative staff, teachers, and other related service staff as needed or IEP directed.
• Develop Individual Health Care plans for students with allergies.

Qualifications

• Current/Active IL Registered Nurse License Required

• Considerable knowledge of medical and mental health disorders and subsequent treatment

• Considerable knowledge of child growth and development

• Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies

• Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services

• Some knowledge of the school organization and the community served

• Capacity to coordinate and facilitate services between the school, local health agency, and other community resources

Compensation & Benefits

• In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
• Compensation Information:
• https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
• Please refer to the "Medical" section for this position's category
• Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit: https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/

About Menta Academy Bourbonnais

At Menta Academy Bourbonnais, our team is all about helping kids be their best in three key areas:

• Developing a love of learning.

• Gaining the tools necessary to shine academically.

• Becoming good people beyond the classroom.

We've set up our classes to be lively and engaging so every student can have a shot at both learning and behaving well each day. We're here to support each student's unique learning journey and make sure they're set up for success in school and beyond.

We are dedicated to supporting each child tirelessly, ensuring they receive the assistance and resources necessary to overcome obstacles, attain academic success, leave a lasting imprint on their communities, and unleash their complete potential.

Accreditation

Menta Academy Bourbonnais is approved by the Illinois State Board of Education as a nonpublic educational facility (14-7.02) for special education students in kindergarten through age 22. It offers elementary, middle and high school programming to children with diverse learning needs.

Menta Academy Bourbonnais is NCA accreditation through Advanced Education.

Approved Free and Reduced Lunch Provider under Illinois State Board of Education.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.